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I don't blame you. He's always been a hottie.

For those looking for similar quality slice of life dramas, do check out the following -

Konto ga Hajimaru
Tsuma, Shogakusei ni Naru
Nijiiro Karute
Omameda Towako to Sannin no Motootto
Ore no Hanashi wa Nagai
Grace no Rireki
Higuma
Oi Handsome!
Bread, Soup & Cat Weather
Shizuka Chan to Papa
Prism
Okaeri Mone
Mahoro Ekimae Bangaichi
Nagi's Long Vacation
Bokura wa Kiseki de Dekite Iru
0.5 no Otoko

That is not at all true. You're watching the dramas meant for teenagers and not the cable/network dramas. The proper cable dramas which are usually 45 mins or longer continue to be so good. I have recommended some of the quality slice of life dramas to the above user. Check them out.

These are some quality dramas that you'll enjoy if you liked Brush Up Life -
Konto ga Hajimaru
Nijiiro Karute
Omameda Towako to Sannin no Motootto
Ore no Hanashi wa Nagai
Grace no Rireki
Oi Handsome!
Shizuka Chan to Papa
Prism
Okaeri Mone
Nagi's Long Vacation

The final episode was powerful. I teared up when his heart stopped. And his letter to Yuka😭😭
AHH WHERE DO WE FIND A LOVE AS PURE AS THEIRS?

I see the word 'revenge' and I know that I have to watch it. It's that simple.
Can't wait for this to be fully subbed :)

Ahh the classic old Japanese romance dramas <33
BE STILL MY HEART.
Watching Toru gradually fall in love with Yuka and her innocence filled me with warmth, Their chemistry was just so lovely. A pure love story, indeed, though I do wish the show explored their relationship as companions more.
It's definitely worth watching once. Give it a try.

Takahata Mituski, Okada Masaki, Kora Kengo & Narita Ryo
ALL THAT TALENT
ALL THAT GOOD LOOKS
IN ONE FREAKING DRAMA?!

EEEEEKSSSS CAN"T WAIT TO WATCH THIS TALENTED CAST TOGETHER.

Only 7 comments for this hottie?! I love him.

Yay! Thank you for sharing :)

Re-watched this after years and it's such a consistently good romcom. Issei might be a minor but he's such a man with the way he grows and communicates his feelings honestly, and Hayame is such a boss lady. The butler and grandma were absolutely adorable too.
Even on a re-watch, I loved it as much as when it was airing.

Love Gordon and Alice! Looking forward to this :)

in case you're looking for good dramas of hers, you can try -
Henshin
Promise Cinderella
Kono Sekai no Katsumi Ni
Mondai no aru restaurant
Woman
Mirai Nikki

Here's my list of J dramas from the 90s. I'm sure many dramas from the list will interest you :)
https://kisskh.at/list/389JWaM4

An unconventional story of unconditional love, hope and strength that draws you in slowly thanks to the resilient FL and oddball ML who are the quintessential characters a common man would relate to. A criminally underrated and simple film with a profound message that will move the hardest of hearts. Beautifully written and acted, I can't recommend this enough, especially for slice of life lovers.

P.S This might be the most 'common' Hiroshi Abe ever looked LOL.

He has seriously grown on me over the years... dude can play any kind of role and give a very sincere performance. Also, he was so charming in the 90s <3

Me too! I managed to find the raws but still can't find the subs :(((

I started this for Mamiya Shotaro but stayed for each and every character. This was a wacky, hilarious & heartwarming drama that could teach you a thing or two about family, friendship and growing up. The writing, direction and performances were so sincere and wonderful. The Nanba family, esp Matsu the dog who I just found out passed away, will be missed. RIP.
Highly recommended for all :)

You're telling me my Nanba boys did another drama together?!
Now I gotta watch this for them since I am having Nanba withdrawals.

NOOOOOOOOOOO :(((